Quality Assurance & Procedures Specialist (Auditing Specialist 13) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4780647) Apply  Quality Assurance & Procedures Specialist (Auditing Specialist 13) Salary $33.41 - $48.57 Hourly Location To Be Determined - TBD, MI Job Type Permanent Full Time Remote Employment Remote Only Job Number 2701-25-19-9 Department Treasury Opening Date 01/08/2025 Closing Date 2/2/2025 11:59 PM Eastern Bargaining Unit NON-EXCLUSIVE REPRESENTED EMPLOYEE (NERE) + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description The Michigan Department of Treasury, Tax Compliance Bureau, is seeking to fill an Auditing Specialist position in the Operations Division. We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, resourceful, detail orientated and innovative to join our awesome team! This position serves as the statewide specialist/expert for the planning, development and implementation of the Quality Assurance and Procedures programs for the Audit Divisions in the Tax Compliance Bureau. The incumbent designs, implements and maintains quality assurance measurements to produce a consistent division wide quality assurance program; taxpayer correspondence, bureau specific forms, evaluates programs for adherence to tax law standards, internal and external customer satisfaction. Conducts control activities and recommends improvements to management. Field Audit Divisions-wide specialist, technical advisor and expert on quality assurance review and internal control evaluations. The incumbent reviews and makes recommendations as to procedural changes or inefficiencies. Procedure updates of division specific programs, ensure changes in audit and tax law standards are recognized, employee’s job functions and Department changes in procedures are implemented. Field Audit Divisions-wide specialist; technical advisor and expert for procedure implementation and changes. Utilizes various computer programs used by Field Audit Divisions-wide staff to perform quality assurance review. Our culture is driven by excellent customer service, continuous improvement, metrics, and employee development. The Department of Treasury promotes and supports Diversity and Inclusion. If you think this position sounds like a great fit for you, click the position description link below to learn more about the job. View the full position description here: Auditing Specialist 13 (https://MCSC.state.mi.us/AgencyPDFs/2701-25-19-9 AUD SPEC13 QA OPS_AUDSPL2B10N (1).pdf) Department of Treasury Careers - Learn more about why Treasury is a Great Place to Work!   Required Education and Experience Education Possession of a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting. Experience Four years of professional experience equivalent to an Auditor, including two years equivalent to an Auditor P11 or Assistant Auditor General P11, or one year equivalent to an Auditor 12 or Assistant Auditor General 12. Please Note: A position is considered professional if the job requires a bachelor's degree. Qualifying professional experience is counted post bachelor's degree. Alternate Education and Experience ALTERNATE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possession of a Certificate in Public Accounting (CPA) may be substituted for one year of P11 experience. OR Possession of a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) may be substituted for six months of P11 experience. Additional Requirements and Information Please attach a cover letter, detailed resume, and a copy of your OFFICIAL college transcript(s) to your application . Official Transcripts. For our purposes, "official college transcripts" must contain the college/university name and address, the degree conferred, and date granted, coursework completed (especially if no degree granted), the Registrar's signature and/or seal, and must be recognized by the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) (CHEA) . A scanned or electronic copy is acceptable, as long as it contains the elements listed above. Review more information regarding official transcripts. (https://www.michigan.gov/documents/mdcs/OfficialTranscript\_693831\_7.pdf) Foreign Transcripts. Applicants who possess a degree from a foreign college or university must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents unless the degree has been recognized by CHEA (https://www.chea.org/search-institutions) . Go to evaluators (https://www.naces.org/members) for a list of accepted organizations that evaluate foreign credentials. Failure to provide this evaluation at the time of application may result in you being screened out of the process. Remote Work.This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week, however selected candidate must have a safe and appropriate designated workspace or workstation for performance of work and secure and sufficient internet access of commercial cable or wireless broadband with minimum speeds of 25 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Please note that occasional onsite work will be required. Federal Tax Information (FTI).This position has a FTINPRINT sub-class code. The sub-class code indicates the position has access to Federal Tax Information (FTI) and requires passing of a fingerprint-based background check per IRS Publication 1075. Work must be performed in the state of Michigan . If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this positionprior tobeing appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. E-Verify. The Michigan Department of Treasury participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/employees/employee-rights-and-responsibilities) and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Interviews will likely occur virtually using Microsoft Teams. No prior experience with Teams is necessary, as instructions and tips will be provided to all candidates scheduled for an interview. Certain positions may be assigned subclass codes and individuals appointed must possess the required specialized experience. View the entire job specification at:https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AuditingSpecialist.pdf The Michigan Department of Treasury is proud to be recognized at the Gold Level as a Veteran-Friendly Employer. Accommodations If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact theADA coordinator (https://www.michigan.gov/ose/-/media/Project/Websites/ose/Contact/RACs.pdf) for the agency that posted this position vacancy. State employment also offers rewarding careers where you can help Michiganders enjoy better lives. Many State of Michigan jobs offer alternate work schedules and remote-work options that can help give the flexibility you need. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. More details on benefits for our new hires are below: Rewarding Work:State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state’s military and veterans; rebuild our state’s infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems. Insurance Benefits:The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees’ annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits. Retirement Programs:The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state’s contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available athttp://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. Vacation and Sick Leave:Eligible full-time employees receive between15 and 35 personal daysand 13 sick daysper year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions. Paid Parental Leave:Eligible employees can take 12 weeks of paid leaveimmediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child. Paid Holidays:Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year’s Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents’ Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day. Bonus Programs:Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums. Military Pay Differential:Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual. Tax-Advantaged Programs:In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income. Student Loan Forgiveness:Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Information (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation) to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education. Tuition Reduction:Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan. Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs. Alternative and Remote Work Schedules:Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek. Great Lakes and Great Times:Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park—just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan’s affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer. Updated: 2/28/24 01 AUDSPL - Do you possess a bachelor's degree with at least 24 semester (36 term) credits in accounting. If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts. + Yes + No 02 AUDSPL - Do you possess one of the following? At least four years of professional experience auditing accounting, financial, and operations records (including two years equivalent to an Auditor P11 or Assistant Auditor General P11, or one year equivalent to an Auditor 12 or Assistant Auditor General 12.); OR a Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) and three and a half years of such experience; OR a Certificate in Public Accounting (CPA) and three years of such experience. Please attach a copy of your CMA and/or CPA certification. + Yes + No 03 From the options below, which accurately describes your current employment status? (A current State employee works for an actual State Department such as Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) or Department of Labor & Economic Opportunity (LEO) etc.) + Not a State of Michigan employee (never been employed at the State + A current Tax Compliance Bureau employee at the Department of Treasury + A current Department of Treasury employee + A current State of Michigan (non-Treasury) employee + A previous State of Michigan employee 04 What additional or extended education/certifications do you have? Check all that apply. Note: you must be in good standing. + Certificate in Public Accounting (CPA) + Certified Management Accountant certification (CMA) + Master of Business Administration (MBA) + None of the above 05 How many years of experience do you have presenting analysis, research results, and/or recommending procedures to varying levels of management? + No experience + Less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + Five to seven years + Seven years or more 06 If you indicated experience for the previous question, briefly describe your experience presenting analysis, research results, and/or recommending procedures to varying levels of management. This experience should be clearly documented in your application and resume. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 07 How many years of experience do you have conducting audits? + No experience + Less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + Five to seven years + Seven years or more 08 If you indicated experience for the previous question, briefly describe your experience conducting audits. This experience should be clearly documented in your application and resume. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 09 How many years of experience do you have reviewing work for accuracy or ensuring adherence to procedures + No experience + Less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + Five to seven years + Seven years or more 10 If you indicated experience for the previous question, briefly describe your experience reviewing work for accuracy or ensuring adherence to procedures. This experience should be clearly documented in your application and resume. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 11 Do you have experience with any of the below programs? Check all that apply. + Microsoft Excel + Audit Command Language (ACL) + ESKORT + RAT-STATS + None of the above 12 If you indicated experience for the previous question, briefly describe your experience with each program. This experience should be clearly documented in your application and resume. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 13 How many years of experience do you have partnering with stakeholders, both internal and external, to solve a problem? + No experience + Less than one year + One to three years + Three to five years + Five years to seven years + Seven years or more 14 If you indicated experience for the previous question, briefly describe your experience partnering with stakeholders, both internal and external to solve a problem. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 15 Please describe your experience working independently, while ensuring work demands and deadlines from customers or stakeholders are met. (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) If you have no experience, enter N/A. 16 Work must be performed in the state of Michigan. If you currently reside outside of Michigan, you must relocate to Michigan to perform the duties of this position prior to be appointed to the position. Relocation expenses are not reimbursed. Do you currently reside in Michigan or if offered the position, would plan to relocate to Michigan? + Yes + No 17 This position is eligible for remote work up to five days per week with occasional onsite work. Do you understand the remote work requirements for this position? + Yes + No 18 Did you attach your cover letter and detailed resume to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) + Yes + No 19 Did you attach a copy of your OFFICIAL college/university transcript(s) to your application, and/or, if applicable, your active CMA or CPA certification? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out.) This documentation is REQUIRED; you can't be qualified for this position without it. + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Michigan Department Treasury Address TreasuryOHR@michigan.gov 430 West Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan, 48922 Phone 517-335-7508 Website https://www.michigan.gov/treasurycareers Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email